- Warehouse Associate Position Overview: The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking customer orders and delivering them to the delivery platform while maintaining the warehouse in a protected and orderly fashion.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Safety-focused operation of powered equipment: lift trucks, power walkies, pump trucks, and order picking machine - Work safely and efficiently while adhering to all company and health and safety policies and procedures - Effectively load and unload trucks/trailers, placing stock in designated locations - Conduct final inspection of goods leaving the building - Maintain warehouse inventory data system - Proactively maintain the organization and cleanliness of the warehouse, including exterior walkways and parking areas - Communication with drivers for deliveries or pick ups, working as a team to complete tasks - Take daily direction from Warehouse Supervisor - Other duties as assigned Working Conditions:
- Environment: Work is primarily performed in a warehouse setting with exposure to varying temperatures depending on season (cold in winter, heat in summer) and occasional outdoor work (loading/unloading, maintaining exterior walkways).
- Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching,
and repetitive lifting or moving of products weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg); may occasionally handle heavier loads with assistance.
- Work Pace: Fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines and frequent interruptions; may require working extended hours or weekends during peak periods.
- Equipment Use: Regular use of powered material handling equipment (e.g., lift trucks, power walkies, pump trucks, order pickers) and manual handling tools; adherence to safety protocols is essential.
- Safety Requirements: Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, high-visibility vests, and gloves; comply with all company and occupational health & safety regulations.
- Noise & Hazards: Exposure to moderate noise levels from machinery and vehicle operation; must remain alert in high-traffic forklift areas.
- Collaboration: Work closely with team members, supervisors, and drivers; requires adaptability to shifting priorities throughout the shift.
Qualifications: Experience
- Job tasks call for a basic level of acquired knowledge in warehousing - Raymond Reach Certification and Experience considered an asset - Commitment to accuracy and detail oriented - Experience with powered machinery - Basic math, and problem solving skills Education:
- Minimum Grade 12 education Requirement:
- Acceptable Criminal Background Check required